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Freelance Container Handler Operator Jobs in Chicago, IL

Arkema

Material Handler - Operator Job

Calumet City, IL

$16 - $19.25/hr

Chemical Operator Packaging/Material Handler $31.82 - $42.80 As a Material Handler, you will be ... containers for shipment to customers, employees will be expected to drive a yard spotter to move ...

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Arkema

Material Handler - Operator Job

Calumet City, IL

$16 - $19.25/hr

Chemical Operator Packaging/Material Handler $31.82 - $42.80 As a Material Handler, you will be ... containers for shipment to customers, employees will be expected to drive a yard spotter to move ...

Arkema

Material Handler - Operator Job

Calumet City, IL

$16 - $19.25/hr

Chemical Operator Packaging/Material Handler $31.82 - $42.80 As a Material Handler, you will be ... containers for shipment to customers, employees will be expected to drive a yard spotter to move ...

New

CMA CGM

Material Handler Operator II

Des Plaines, IL · On-site

$17.61 - $22.01/hr

Operate hand tools to close or open bales, build or tear down crates, and other containers or ... Potential opportunity to serve as a lead operator in less complex, smaller teams or standard ...

CMA CGM

Material Handler Operator II

Des Plaines, IL · On-site

$17.61 - $22.01/hr

Operate hand tools to close or open bales, build or tear down crates, and other containers or ... Potential opportunity to serve as a lead operator in less complex, smaller teams or standard ...

Thunderbird Metals

Material Handler

Elgin, IL · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

... operators. * Loads loose materials into hoppers and containers. * Mix materials according to ... Material Handler Required Experience * Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as ...

Thunderbird

Material Handler

Carol Stream, IL

$18 - $20/hr

... operators. * Loads loose materials into hoppers and containers. * Mix materials according to ... Material Handler Required Experience * Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as ...

Thunderbird LLC.

Material Handler

Elgin, IL · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

... operators. * Loads loose materials into hoppers and containers. * Mix materials according to ... Material Handler Required Experience * Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as ...

Arkema

Chemical Operator/Material Handler Job

Calumet City, IL · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Chemical Operator Packaging/Material Handler $31.20 - $41.96 As a Material Handler, you will be ... containers for shipment to customers, employees will be expected to drive a yard spotter to move ...

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How much do freelance container handler operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance container handler operator in Chicago, IL is $20.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Container Handler Operator vs Crane Operator?

AspectFreelance Container Handler OperatorCrane Operator
CredentialsCertification in container handling equipment, relevant licensesCrane operation certification, relevant licenses
Work EnvironmentPorts, container yards, shipping terminalsConstruction sites, ports, industrial sites
Employer & IndustryShipping companies, port authorities, logistics firmsConstruction companies, shipping ports, industrial firms

The Freelance Container Handler Operator and Crane Operator roles both require specialized certifications and work in port or industrial environments. The main difference lies in the equipment operated: container handlers are specialized for stacking and moving shipping containers, while crane operators handle various types of cranes for different lifting tasks. Both roles are essential in logistics and shipping industries, but they focus on different machinery and operational contexts.

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Material Handler - Operator Job

Arkema

Calumet City, IL

$16 - $19.25/hr

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Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Chemical Operator Packaging/Material Handler $31.82 - $42.80
As a Material Handler, you will be required to perform filling operations and associated material movements for industrial manufacturing of chemicals. In addition to safely operating process equipment used to move materials through tanks into tank wagons, totes, drums, pails and sample containers for shipment to customers, employees will be expected to drive a yard spotter to move tankwagons and box trailers where needed, to operate fork lifts to move materials and supplies in the plant, to maintain their work areas and to accurately report activities for management of inventory and supplies.
To qualify you will need the following:
  • One year certificate from college or technical school or equivalent experience and training.
  • Experience handling hazardous and flammable chemicals.
  • Knowledge of life safety critical processes such as LOTO, confined space, iine break, and hot work.
  • Industrial manufacturing experience with operation of process equipment to produce chemicals preferred.
  • Safe driving experience, with fork-lift certification and experience handling hazardous materials preferred.
  • Must be willing to work rotating shifts including weekends in a 24X7 operation.
  • Must be computer literate, able to accurately report activities in a computerized inventory management system, a maintenance work order systems, to printing reports and labels and to complete computer-based training.
  • Strong work history a must
  • Good communication skills
  • Self motivated, positive attitude, and team player

Arkema's Exceptional benefit plan details are available at benefits.arkema.com
Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.
We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.
If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values - Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion - and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.
Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?
The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.
Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.
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